Norwich City say comments by former sporting director Stuart Webber about five black players do not "in any way reflect the wider views" of the club.
Webber said in a newspaper interview that Raheem Sterling, Abu Kamara, Jonathan Rowe, Max Aarons and Jamal Lewis might have ended up "in jail" had they not become footballers.
His comment was widely condemned.
"Norwich City is a home for everyone," a statement published on the Championship club's website said.
"We remain committed in our work across equality, diversity and inclusion to create an environment where all can feel welcome and valued.